1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1986 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alpina | Talbot |
| Model | B 10 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
